A coastal village with traditional thatched-roof houses, a large wooden boat, and palm trees.

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Our top choices for Lamu Old Town hotels

A wooden balcony with a thatched roof overlooking a calm sea. There are two wicker chairs with cushions.

1. Lamu House Hotel

Lamu House Hotel
4.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"Very good, good staff, good tour guide linked to the house. All around a great experience."
Norway
Ole Jakob
The price is RM607
RM716 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Lamu House Hotel
An outdoor seating area with a thatched roof, wooden furniture, and a view of surrounding buildings.

2. Jannat House Lamu

Jannat House Lamu
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
The price is RM429
RM506 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Jannat House Lamu
A thatched-roof outdoor seating area with a woven bench and a white cushion, surrounded by palm trees.

3. Jambo House lamu

Jambo House lamu
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
The price is RM270
RM318 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Jambo House lamu
An ornate wooden door with a sign above reading "SUNSAIL HOTEL."

4. Lamu Sunsail Hotel

Lamu Sunsail Hotel
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
4.0 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"I reserved and paid back in October. When we arrived on Jan 11 -- we were told that our reservation was cancelled. In fact they were hosting a wedding - and cancelled our reservation without any warning. They proposed a disgusting replacement hotel (one-star backpacker hotel) which was 30€ per night rather than the 90€ per night we paid. We wasted 2 hours of limited time in beautiful Lamu. They refused to reimburse us and refused to send an email confirming that they cancelled a paid reservation...
France
David
The price is RM121
RM143 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Lamu Sunsail Hotel
A balcony with a view of boats on the water.

5. Lamu Archipelago Villa Hotel

Lamu Archipelago Villa Hotel
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
The price is RM184
RM217 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Lamu Archipelago Villa Hotel
A multi-level interior with a central staircase, stone walls, and arched windows.

6. Kitendetini Bahari Hotel Lamu

Kitendetini Bahari Hotel Lamu
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
The price is RM225
RM265 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Kitendetini Bahari Hotel Lamu
A multi-story building with arched balconies and a palm tree in the foreground.

7. Jamala Guesthouse Lamu

Jamala Guesthouse Lamu
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
The price is RM257
RM304 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Jamala Guesthouse Lamu
A covered outdoor seating area with a bench and a sofa, overlooking a body of water.

8. Stopover Guest House Lamu Town

Stopover Guest House Lamu Town
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
The price is RM312
RM369 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stopover Guest House Lamu Town
A courtyard with a concrete bench, potted plants, and a wall.

9. Tabassam Guest House Lamu

Tabassam Guest House Lamu
2.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
The price is RM74
RM87 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Tabassam Guest House Lamu
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

10. Jannataan Hotel

Jannataan Hotel
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"The old world charm, friendly and helpful staff. Excellent swimming pool. "
Australia
ROLAND
The price is RM267
RM315 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Jannataan Hotel
A balcony with a hanging planter, a view of the sea, and a railing.

11. Beytsalam

Beytsalam
2.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
The price is RM336
RM397 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Beytsalam
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, sparse vegetation, and a few boats on the water.

12. Wiyoni Royals Lamu

Wiyoni Royals Lamu
3.0 star property
Lamu Old Town
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is RM350
RM413 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Wiyoni Royals Lamu
A room with two arched windows overlooking a body of water, a table with chairs, and a bottle of champagne.

13. Kijani Hotel

Kijani Hotel
3.0 star property
3 km from Lamu Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Good hotel, great staff, loved the location!"
United States
Gustavo
The price is RM935
RM1,103 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kijani Hotel
A wooden balcony with a view of a calm body of water and distant shoreline.

14. Beytul Habaib Lamu

Beytul Habaib Lamu
2.0 star property
0.9 km from Lamu Old Town
The price is RM312
RM369 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Beytul Habaib Lamu
A beachfront dining area with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea.

15. The Majlis Hotel

The Majlis Hotel
3.5 star property
4.1 km from Lamu Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Our transfer was by Hotel complimentary boat from the airport ( makes sure you organise a few days before ). Our room was a junior suite, it was huge. The island is paradise. Everyone super friendly, happy & helpful."
United Kingdom
Paula
The price is RM2,285
RM2,696 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Majlis Hotel
A room with a thatched roof, a view of the sea, a sofa with cushions, and a table with a glass of drink and flowers.

16. Morocco House

Morocco House
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Lamu Old Town
The price is RM346
RM408 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Morocco House
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17. Shella Bahari Guest House

Shella Bahari Guest House
3.0 star property
3.3 km from Lamu Old Town
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The location is great. But the property owner wasn't honoring expedia booking . Since it was late (5:30pm) , he allowed me to stay one night but next day I had to check out. Overpriced for the quality or upkeep of the lace. It is great for people looking for unconventional family owned traditional set up but a non for business travellers. Only one electrical point for charging in one room was another turndown "
United States
Rajesh
The price is RM543
RM641 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Shella Bahari Guest House
A tropical garden with thatched umbrellas, palm trees, and a variety of plants.

18. Dudu Villas N Backpackers

Dudu Villas N Backpackers
2.0 star property
3.3 km from Lamu Old Town
The price is RM225
RM265 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Dudu Villas N Backpackers
A residential area with a thatched-roof structure, a small garden, and a white pickup truck parked nearby.

19. Royal Park Hotel Mpeketoni

Royal Park Hotel Mpeketoni
3.0 star property
25.5 km from Lamu Old Town
The price is RM163
RM193 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Royal Park Hotel Mpeketoni
A four-poster bed with a white bedspread and a single red rose. There is a grey sofa and a small table in the background.

20. British Hotel Mpeketoni

British Hotel Mpeketoni
3.0 star property
25.6 km from Lamu Old Town
The price is RM225
RM265 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
British Hotel Mpeketoni
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Top Lamu Old Town Hotel Reviews

Lamu House Hotel

Lamu House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel. Good food, great pool, and helpful staff."
Katherine 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Lamu House Hotel
Peponi Hotel

Peponi Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"What an absolute gem. From the second you're greeted off the plane by the team who help you on the boat to the island until the moment you leave, everyone is super friendly including the dogs! Comfy giant beds, powerful showers, refreshing pool with lots of shady lounging spots, gorgeous vistas, delicious food, punchy cocktails and a long stretch of pristine beach. Great location for day trips or just unwinding on site. We will be back."
Kirsty 3-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Peponi Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Lamu Old Town like?
Lamu Old Town is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its parks. Make sure that you visit Lamu Fort and Lamu Museum as part of your Lamu Old Town travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Lamu Old Town?
Based on our traveller data, Lamu House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Lamu Old Town. This hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Jambo House lamu and New Mahrus Hotel & Rooftop Restaurant.
How many hotels are there in the Lamu Old Town area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Lamu, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 20 Lamu Old Town hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lamu Old Town, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Lamu Old Town.
What is there to do in this Lamu neighbourhood?
Sights like Lamu Museum and German Post Office Museum can be part of your cultural tour of Lamu Old Town. A visit to Lamu Fort is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Places you might want to visit in the area around Lamu Old Town include Shela Beach and Manda Beach. You could also plan a stop at Takwa Ruins when you're sightseeing around the area.